Hi all.  Sorry it’s been a little while since I’ve posted.  There are lots of things going on at the moment and I just haven’t been able to get on here!  I owe a few lovely ladies thanks for some gorgeous blog awards and I shall be back to do that soon.  (waving at you Robyn!) 

Anyway I just thought I would quickly share this gorgeous little picnic basket with you.  I have joined UStamp for this round which is all about using the Big Shot.  This one uses the Top Note die to make the lid.  Pretty cute isn’t it?

I’ve used a few items from the Autum/Winter mini catagloue to create it.  Firstly, the gorgeous Cottage Wall designer papers and Rich Razzleberry cardstock.  I’ve embellished it with Silver Hodgepodge and wide Old Olive ribbon.  My flower is made with Rich Razzleberry, Perfect Plum and Pale Plum cardstock. 

I’m a little sad tonight as my stamping gals from Perth have all boarded the plane for Sydney heading to the Stampin’ Up! Convention.  This will be the first time I’ve missed Convention but with a few home renos and things that we plan around here I decided I would stay home this year and save the pennies.  I know they will be unpacking their bags and laughing till their sides ache tonight and that’s the part I’ll miss the most.  We always have such a wonderful fun time together!  Oh well, I have fantastic memories of my times at Convention and hope I get to go next year! 

Over the next few days a group of demonstrators who haven’t been able to attend this year are holding Unconvention.  We will be having all sorts of fun over the next few days cyberstamping together so be sure to check back in now and then as I hope to participate in a few challenges along the way.

Cheers